Top 10 Cars Of All-Time

5. Porsche 993 Twin Turbo (1996)

The only reason why the classic 911 does not figure in this list is because the Porsche 993 Twin Turbo is a flawless extension of the famed 911. At 400 horsepower and the ability to clock the 0-60 mph threshold in 3.6 seconds, the 993 will leave you drooling.

4. Jaguar XKE (1961)

Upon its launch in 1961, the Jaguar XKE was one of the fastest cars in the world. The successor to the XK range of cars, the sensations that this car generated upon its debut made the XK120's 1946 debut look pretty tame. While the car was similar to its predecessors, its body and style signaled a new era in automotive history.

3. Citroen DS19 (1955)

The Citroen DS does not get the respect it deserves next to flashier cars, but when it initially came out, it was undoubtedly advanced. From its independent suspensions, high pressure brakes and power steering, 1955's Citroen DS19 was a groundbreaking innovation in the history of automobiles.

2. AC Shelby Cobra 427 (1965)

This car actually received a face-lift (and then some) when American racecar driver Carroll Shelby helped AC modify the car. He played around with the chassis and increased the Cobra's horsepower. While the car was solid before, with Shelby's help, it blew away expectations and left competitors in the dust.

1. Mercedes 300SL Gullwing (1954)

Few cars were designed with an obvious purpose, and the famed Mercedes 300SL's purpose was clear: racing. The car's design is immediately recognizable, from its classic look to its gullwing doors. While this was done for more technical reasons, its creative prowess won praise from drivers around the world.